Donald Eugene Gilding Obituary

We announce the death of Donald Eugene Gilding of Lake Odessa, Michigan, born in Lansing, Michigan, who passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 71. Donald will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Eugene Gilding to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Gilding and Thelma Gilding. He is survived by: his significant other Rhonda Gilding; his children, Tonya Gilding (Mark Stine), Dawn Edwards (Matthew) and Troy Gilding; his grandchildren, Hunter Edwards (Sarah), Tyler Holton, Kennedy Gilding and Taylor Gilding; his great grandchild Carter Edwards; and his sisters, Julie Tefft (Gary) and Donna Nicewander (Scott). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in Donald's memory.